Sakhvadar

Sakhvadar is a village located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Sakhvadar village is also a gram panchayat.

Sakhvadar has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sakhvadar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakhvadar is 516391. The village spans a total geographical area of 911.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364240. Sihor is nearest town to Sakhvadar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sakhvadar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sakhvadar

Below is a concise population overview of Sakhvadar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,243 1,191 1,052
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 330 199 131
Scheduled Castes (SC) 123 70 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,268 761 507
Illiterate Population 975 430 545

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakhvadar village:

  • The total population of Sakhvadar village is around 2,243, including approximately 1,191 males and 1,052 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 330 children aged 0–6 years in Sakhvadar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sakhvadar village has 123 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sakhvadar village is about 56.53%, with male literacy at 63.90% and female literacy at 48.19%.
  • There are around 395 households in Sakhvadar village.

Connectivity of Sakhvadar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakhvadar. As per the 2011 stats, Sakhvadar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sakhvadar

Knowing the nearby villages of Sakhvadar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakhvadar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sakhvadar

Where is Sakhvadar located?
Sakhvadar village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakhvadar?
Sakhvadar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sakhvadar?
The pincode of Sakhvadar is 364240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakhvadar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakhvadar is 2,243, with 1,191 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Sakhvadar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakhvadar village has a total of 395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakhvadar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakhvadar is 56.53%. The male literacy rate is 63.90%, while the female literacy rate is 48.19%.